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Manchester Airport to Ilkley Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Manchester Airport to Ilkley? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €19.47, with average prices for this route around €19.47.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:32 2 hours 25 minutes, Changes required Manchester Airport	07:57 Ilkley	Find Tickets
05:50 3 hours 12 minutes, Changes required Manchester Airport	09:02 Ilkley	Find Tickets
06:03 2 hours 43 minutes, Changes required Manchester Airport	08:46 Ilkley	Find Tickets
06:32 2 hours 30 minutes, Changes required Manchester Airport	09:02 Ilkley	Find Tickets
06:50 2 hours 41 minutes, Changes required Manchester Airport	09:31 Ilkley	Find Tickets
07:04 2 hours 27 minutes, Changes required Manchester Airport	09:31 Paris	Find Tickets

Manchester Airport to Ilkley Train Route Details

First train

04:48

Last train

22:50

Departure station

Manchester Airport

Arrival station

Ilkley

Journey time

2 hours 25 minutes

Distance

69 km

Price

€19.47*

Train operators

Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Airport to Ilkley

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Manchester Airport to Ilkley during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Manchester Airport to Ilkley, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Manchester Airport to Ilkley train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Manchester Airport to Ilkley with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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Manchester Airport to Ilkley Train prices and times

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